1959 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 600 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2007 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Prius |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
